instruction manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR FIREARM. INCLUDE IT
WITH THE PISTOL WHEN IT CHANGES OWNERSHIP OR WHEN
IT IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
CAUTION: The Manufacturer and/or its Local Official Distributors
assume no responsibility for product malfunction or for physical injury
or proper ty damage resulting in whole or in part from criminal or
negligent use of the product, improper or careless handling, unauthorized
modifications, use of defective, improper, hand-loaded, reloaded or
remanufactured ammunition*, customer abuse or neglect of the product,
or other influences beyond manufacturer’s direct and immediate control.
* See paragraph “Ammunition”.
WARNING: Always ensure that the safety is full engaged (if present)
until ready to fire. A safety, which is not fully engaged, will not prevent
firearm discharge.
WARNING: ALL FIREARMS HAVE LETHAL POTENTIAL. READ
THE BASIC SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND
THEM FULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS FIREARM.
In addition to the Basic Safety Rules, there are other Safety Rules
pertaining to the loading, unloading, disassembly, assembly and use of this
firearm, located throughout this manual.
WARNING: READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THIS FIREARM. MAKE SURE THAT ANY PERSON USING OR
HAVING ACCESS TO THIS FIREARM READS AND UNDERSTANDS
ALL OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE OR ACCESS.
WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF ORIGINAL BERETTA SPARE PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES. THE USE OF OTHER MANUFACTURER’S SPARE PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES COULD CAUSE MALFUNCTIONS AND/OR BREAKAGES THAT WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE BERETTA WARRANTY.
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CONTENTS
BASIC SAFETY RULES
6–11
AMMUNITION12-13
•Amunition
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•Dry Firing / ”Dummy” Rounds
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LOADING AND FIRING
•Loading the Magazine and Pistol
•Unloading the Pistol and Magazine
•Firing
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14-15
15-17
17-19
FEATURES & OPERATION
•Safety Features
•Operational Features
•Specifications
•General Operation
•Field Stripping
•Re-Assembly
•Barrel Obstruction Check
•Replacing the Magazine Release Button
•Reversing the Magazine Release Button
•Grip Frame Removal
•Grip Frame/Chassis Assembly
20-48
20-22
22-24
25
26-28
28-30
31-32
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34-36
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38-42
43-48
Maintenance & Storage
•Maintenance & Storage
•Addendum
49-51
49-50
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Diagram & Parts list
54-55
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BASIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE HANDLING
YOUR FIREARM.
WARNING: FIREARMS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN
POTENTIALLY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY
OR DEATH, IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY
RULES ARE AN IMPORTANT REMINDER THAT FIREARM SAFETY
IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
1. NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT SOMETHING THAT IS NOT
SAFE TO SHOOT.
Never let the muzzle of a firearm point at any part of your body or
at another person. This is especially important when loading or
unloading the firearm. When you are shooting at a target, know
what is behind it. Some bullets can travel over a mile. If you
miss your target or if the bullet penetrates the target, it is your
responsibility to ensure that the shot does not cause unintended
injury or damage.
2. ALWAYS TREAT A FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED.
Never assume that a firearm is unloaded. The only certain way
to ensure that a firearm has the chamber(s)
empty is to open the chamber and visually
and physically examine the inside to see if a
round is present.
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Removing or unloading the magazine will not guarantee that a firearm
is unloaded or cannot fire. Firearms can be checked by cycling or
removing all rounds and by then opening and inspecting the chamber
so that a visual inspection of the chamber for any remaining rounds
can be made.
3. STORE YOUR FIREARM SO THAT CHILDREN CANNOT
GAIN ACCESS TO IT.
It is your responsibility to ensure that children under the age of
18 or other unauthorized persons do not gain access to your
firearm. To reduce the risk of accidents involving children, unload
your firearm, lock it and store the ammunition in a separate
locked location. Please note that devices intended to prevent
accidents - for example, cable locks, chamber plugs, etc, - may not
prevent use or misuse of your firearm by a determined person.
Firearm storage in a steel gun safe may be more appropriate to
reduce the likelihood of intentional misuse of a firearm by an
unauthorized child or person.
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4. NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT A HARD SURFACE.
Shooting at the surface of water or at a rock
or other hard surface increases the chance
of ricochets or fragmentation of the bullet
or shot, which can result in the projectile
striking an unintended or peripheral target.
5. KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIREARM YOU
ARE USING, BUT REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE NOT A
SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE HANDLING PROCEDURES.
Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident. It
is imperative that you know and use the safety features of the
particular firearm you are handling, but accidents can best be
prevented by following the safe handling procedures described in
these safety rules and elsewhere in the product manual. To further
familiarize yourself with the proper use of this or other firearms,
take a Firearms Safety Course taught by an expert in firearms use
and safety procedures.
6. PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM.
Store and carry your firearm so that dir t or lint does not
accumulate in the working parts. Clean and oil your firearm,
following the instructions provided in this
manual, after each use to prevent corrosion,
damage to the barrel or accumulation of
impurities which can prevent use of the
gun in an emergency. Always check the
bore and chamber(s) prior to loading to
ensure that they are clean and free from
obstructions. Firing with an obstruction
in the barrel or chamber can rupture the barrel and injure you
or others nearby. In the event you hear an unusual noise when
shooting, stop firing immediately, engage the manual safety and
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unload the firearm. Make sure the chamber and barrel are free
from any obstruction, like a bullet blocked inside the barrel due to
defective or improper ammunition.
7. USE PROPER AMMUNITION.
Only use factory-loaded, new ammunition manufactured to
industry specifications: CIP (Europe and elsewhere), SAAMI®
(U.S.A.). Be certain that each round you use is in the proper caliber
or gauge and type for the particular firearm. The caliber or gauge of
the firearm is clearly marked on the barrels of shotguns and on the
slide or barrel of pistols. The use of reloaded or remanufactured
ammunition can increase the likelihood of excessive cartridge
pressures, case-head ruptures or other defects in the ammunition
that can cause damage to your firearm and injury to yourself or
others nearby.
8. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES
AND EARPLUGS WHEN SHOOTING.
The chance that gas, gunpowder or metal
fragments will blow back and injure a
shooter who is firing a gun is rare, but
the injury that can be sustained in such
circumstances can be severe, including
the possible loss of eyesight. A shooter must always wear impact
resistant shooting glasses when firing any firearm. Earplugs or
other high-quality hearing protectors help reduce the chance of
hearing damage from shooting.
9. NEVER CLIMB A TREE, FENCE OR OBSTRUCTION WITH A
LOADED FIREARM.
Open and empty the chamber(s) of your firearm and engage the
manual safety before climbing or descending a tree or before
climbing a fence or jumping over a ditch or other obstruction.
Never pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or another
person. Always unload a firearm, visually and physically check to
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see that the magazine, loading mechanism
and chamber are unloaded, and action is
open before handing it to another person.
Never take a firearm from another person
unless it is unloaded, visually and physically
checked to confirm it is unloaded, and the
action is open.
10.AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR JUDGMENT/REFLEX
IMPAIRING MEDICATION WHEN SHOOTING.
Do not drink and shoot. If you take
medication that can impair motor reactions
or judgment, do not handle a firearm while you
are under the influence of the medication.
11. NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.
Unload a firearm before putting it in a vehicle (chamber empty,
magazine empty). Hunters and target shooters should load their
firearm only at their destination, and only when they are ready
to shoot. If you carry a firearm for self-protection, leaving the
chamber unloaded can reduce the chance of an unintentional
discharge.
12. LEAD WARNING.
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms,
or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other
substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and
other serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times.
Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
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WARNING: It is YOUR responsibility to know and abide by Federal,
State and Local laws governing the sale, transportation and use of
firearms in your area.
WARNING: This firearm has the capability of taking your life or the
life of someone else! Always be extremely careful with your firearm.
An accident is almost always the result of not following basic firearm
safety rules.
Especially for U.S. consumers:
For information about Firearm Safety Courses in your area, please visit
the National Rifle Association’s web site at www.nra.org.
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AMMUNITION
AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGE) NOTICE: Beretta specifically
disclaims responsibility for any damage or injury occurring with, or
as the result of, the use of faulty, non-standard, “remanufactured,”
hand-loaded or reloaded ammunition, or cartridges other than those
for which the firearm was originally chambered. Serious damage or
injury, even death, could result from the use of incorrect ammunition,
from firing against bore obstructions and from propellant overloads.
Use of improper ammunition, such as listed previously will void
the manufacturer’s warranty. Use only high-quality, commerciallymanufactured ammunition made in accordance with CIP (Europe
and elsewhere) or SAAMI ® (USA) standards. Be certain that the
ammunition is the appropriate caliber and loading for the firearm and
is clean, dry and in good condition. The pistol caliber is stamped on the
back of the barrel, visible from the ejection port.
WARNING: Carefully inspect each cartridge before it is loaded in the
magazine. Be certain the cartridge cases are not split or deformed,
and that the cartridges do not possess any other dents or defects. This
warning even applies to factory ammunition.
Do not fire old ammunition. Primers, powder, cartridge cases, and
bullets can deteriorate with time and cause damage to the firearm, or
injury to the shooter or others.
WARNING: The extended use of +P or +P+ ammunition may
decrease component part service life expectancy. DO NOT use submachine gun ammunition because the chamber pressure may reach
or exceed proof load pressure. Lead bullets have a tendency to cause
bore leading, which may dramatically increase the discharge pressure.
Be sure to remove all chamber and bore lead accumulation after
each use. DO NOT shoot cartridges with jacketed bullets through a
barrel previously fired with lead bullets before the bore is thoroughly
deleaded.
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DRY FIRING & DUMMY” ROUNDS
Dry firing is defined as firing a firearm with no ammunition in the
chamber. Long term dry firing your Beretta Nano pistol may result in
damage to the striker. “Snap Caps” (inert chamber inserts that allow
a firearm to be dry-fired without damaging the action) are available
at most gun stores for those who wish to practice firing without live
ammunition.
CAUTION: “Dummy Rounds” with empty primer pockets are suitable
for loading/unloading practice but DO NOT PROTECT the striker tip
during dry firing.
LOADING
WARNING: Whenever a live round is in the chamber, this pistol can
fire, even if the magazine is empty or has been removed.
WARNING: Before loading the firearm, become familiar with the
following loading procedures without the use of ammunition. Never
handle a loaded firearm until you are familiar with the loading
procedures.
WARNING: Always keep your finger away from the trigger until you
are prepared to fire.
WARNING: LOAD THE CHAMBER ONLY WHEN READY TO FIRE.
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LOADING THE MAGAZINE
WARNING: Be sure that you have the correct cartridges for your
pistol.
To load the magazine:
Remove it from the pistol by depressing the magazine release button.
Hold the magazine in one hand. With the other hand, place a cartridge
on the magazine follower in front of the feed lips at the top of the
magazine. Press the cartridge down onto the follower and slide the
cartridge under the feed lips until it is seated fully inside the magazine
body.
Repeat process until magazine is fully loaded. The holes on the side of
the magazine allow for visual counting of cartridges.
CAUTION: Do not try to force more than the maximum number
of rounds indicated for your particular pistol into the magazine. An
overloaded magazine may not function properly.
LOADING THE PISTOL AND THE
FIRING CHAMBER
WARNING: Beretta assumes no responsibility for any injury or
property damage resulting from improper or careless handling,
intentional or accidental discharge of the firearm.
WARNING: Be sure that the obstruction check has been completed
prior to loading.
WARNING: Point the firearm in a safe direction. Do not touch the
trigger until you are ready to fire and are sure of your target and
backstop.
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The firing chamber is the portion of the barrel into which the cartridge
is fed. The firing chamber may be loaded in one of two ways:
1. MANUALLY LOADING FROM MAGAZINE
Completely push the loaded magazine into the pistol grip to insure
magazine catch engagement. Pull back the slide and release it. The slide
will automatically pick up a cartridge from the top of the magazine and
feed it into the chamber
2. AS LONG AS THERE IS AMMUNITION IN THE MAGAZINE, A
PISTOL WHICH IS LOADED AND FIRED, WILL AUTOMATICALLY
PICK UP THE NEXT ROUND AND FEED IT INTO THE FIRING
CHAMBER.
To replace a round which has been chambered from the magazine;
(remember that you are handling a loaded firearm with a live round
in the chamber):
Make sure your finger is not on the trigger or inside the trigger guard
Remove the magazine from the pistol by depressing the magazine
release button.
Insert one more cartridge into the magazine.
Completely push the loaded magazine into the pistol grip to insure
magazine catch engagement.
WARNING: THE FIREARM YOU ARE HANDLING AT THIS POINT
IS LOADED WITH A LIVE ROUND IN THE CHAMBER. Keep your
finger away from the trigger whenever you do not intend to fire.
UNLOADING
WARNING: Always unload the firearm whenever you do not intend
to shoot.
WARNING: Be certain the pistol is pointed in a SAFE direction. Keep
your finger away from the trigger.
Keeping the firearm pointed in a safe direction and fingers away from
the trigger, remove the loaded magazine from the frame. Always using
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safety precautions grasp the slide serrations with thumb and index
finger and fully retract the slide to remove the chambered cartridge.
WARNING: Always visually inspect the firing chamber to ensure that
it is empty. The chamber is empty when no cartridge is visible when
looking from the ejection port into the open chamber
WARNING: If you are ejecting unfired cartridges, use extreme care to
be sure they are ejected onto an appropriate surface. Never attempt
to catch cartridges or fired cartridge cases as they fall.
WARNING: Never allow anything to come in contact with the primer
of unfired ammunition. Doing so could cause the ammunition to
explode.
When sure that the chamber is empty and the cartridge has been
ejected, release the slide.
WARNING: Releasing the fully retracted slide when a loaded magazine
is in the pistol will feed a cartridge into the pistol’s firing chamber and
the pistol will be able to fire immediately.
NOTE: It is recommended to store the firearm unloaded, slide closed,
with the magazine empty.
UNLOADING THE MAGAZINE
To unload the magazine:
Grasp the magazine with one hand around the magazine box, bottom
down and front end forward.
With the tip of the thumb firmly press down on the cartridge rim and
push towards the front of magazine box.
As the cartridge moves forward, tip it slightly upward with the index
finger.
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Repeat until the magazine is unloaded.
FIRING
WARNING: Beretta assumes no responsibility for any injury or
property damage resulting from improper or careless handling,
intentional or accidental discharge of the firearm.
WARNING: Be certain the firearm is pointed in a SAFE direction.
Never put your finger on the trigger unless you intend to shoot.
WARNING: High-quality eye and ear protection should be worn by all
present when firing any firearm.
To fire the pistol, insert the magazine into the pistol and the round
into the firing chamber by following the “LOADING” instructions, (
pages 13-15).
Without placing the finger on the trigger or inside the trigger guard,
point the pistol at the intended target. Aim the pistol by aligning the
front sight in the notch of the rear sight. Point the front sight at 6 o’clock
in the center of the target. The front sight should be in focus, the target
and the rear sight slightly blurred or out of focus.
WHEN YOU ARE READY TO FIRE:
WARNING: THE PISTOL IS NOW READY TO FIRE.
Place your index finger inside the trigger guard.
WARNING: Ensure that fingers or other parts of the hands and the
face are kept away from the slide. Not respecting this warning can lead
to serious injury. During the firing cycle, the slide moves to the rear
violently and with great energy. Ensure that the other hand is kept away
from the muzzle of the barrel.
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Gently squeeze the trigger, being careful not to upset the alignment of
the front and rear sights. THE PISTOL WILL FIRE. The discharge will
force the slide and barrel to the rear, which will in turn eject the fired
cartridge case, reset the stiker and compress the recoil spring. Then
the slide will close, feeding the next cartridge from the magazine into
the chamber.
WARNING: THE PISTOL IS STILL LOADED, COCKED AND READY
TO FIRE. Keep your finger away from the trigger whenever you do not
intend to fire.
When the last round has been fired the slide will remain open.
To fire again, remove the empty magazine and insert a loaded one.
Pull the slide to the rear and release it to close the slide and load the
chamber.
When you have completed shooting, remove the magazine, check that
the firing chamber is empty, see “UNLOADING” (pages 15-17) and
close the slide by pulling the slide to the rear to release the slide lock.
WARNING: Always unload the firearm immediately after shooting is
completed. Never store a loaded firearm. To store the pistol see the
paragraph “STORAGE” (page 51).
WARNING: If while firing the trigger is pulled and the firearm does not
immediately fire: CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY and do the following:
Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction in the event a “hang-fire”
has occurred. A hang-fire occurs when there is a delay in a cartridge’s
ignition.
With the pistol pointed in a SAFE direction, wait one (1) full minute.
After one (1) full minute has elapsed, completely unload the firearm
by following the “UNLOADING” instructions in this manual (pages
15-17).
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Carefully inspect your ammunition. Immediately refer to a qualified
gunsmith if the striker indent on a fired cartridge’s primer is light,
off-center or does not exist. Following the “FIELD STRIPPING”
instructions, (pages 28-30), field strip the pistol and look down the
barrel to make sure that no obstruction exists. If a barrel obstruction
is detected, a qualified gunsmith must remove the obstruction and
inspect the pistol before it can be fired.
WARNING: If another cartridge is fired into an obstructed barrel,
catastrophic failure can result.
WARNING: If, while firing, you hear a change in the sound of a fired
cartridge, or feel a change in the amount of recoil, or detect any other
irregularity, CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY and do the following:
Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction. A “squib load” may have
occurred. A “squib” occurs when a cartridge fires, but with insufficient
force to drive the bullet out of the barrel. This can result in a dangerous
bore obstruction.
With the gun pointed in a SAFE direction, completely unload the
firearm by following the ‘UNLOADING” (pages 15-17). Following the
“FIELD STRIPPING” instructions (pages 28-30), field strip the pistol
and look down the barrel to make sure that no obstruction exists.
WARNING: Never attempt to reuse or fire ammunition that did
not fire the first time. Dispose of unfired or damaged ammunition
properly, per the ammunition manufacturer’s recommendation.
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DESCRIPTION
The Beretta Nano is the ultimate evolution of the micro compact
carry pistol. Utilizing a removable, serialized sub-chassis the Nano
pistol can be easily modified with replaceable grip frames and is simple
to disassemble and maintain. Ease of use and concealment were
key drivers in the development of the Nano. The Nano’s extremely
low profile, snag free design makes it easy to carry and draw from
concealment. To accommodate right or left-handed use, the Nano’s
magazine release button can be easily reversed. The light, durable,
frame employs modern thermoplastic technology through the use
of fiberglass reinforced technopolymer. The Nano’s sights are user
adjustable with a 1.3mm hexwrench and your fingers. This allows
anyone to adjust their sights without the assistance of a gunsmith.
Modular structure, ergonomics and ease of use make the Beretta
Nano the ideal firearm for concealed carry.
SAFETY FEATURES
Striker Deactivation Button
Beretta Nano pistols have a unique feature that allows the user to
deactivate the internal striker mechanism prior to disassembly. This
means the pistol can be disassembled WITHOUT PULLING THE
TRIGGER.
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Automatic striker block safety
Beretta Nano pistols have a striker blocking device that prevents
forward movement of the striker unless the trigger is completely pulled. Trigger Drop Safety
The Trigger Drop Safety stops the trigger from traveling reward
through inertia, in the event the pistol is dropped. When the trigger
is intentionally pulled, the Trigger Drop Safety is instantly deactivated.
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Slide catch
The slide catch is a lever that holds the slide open after the last round
is fired. This allows the user to immediately determine that the pistol
does not have a round in the chamber or in the magazine. The Nano’s
slide catch is internal and completely snag free.
OPERATIONAL FEATURES
Semiautomatic firing
Beretta Nano pistols will automatically reload after each round is fired,
as long as there are cartridges in the magazine.
Barrel locking system
The barrel and slide are locked together as a unit at the time of
discharge. As they move to the rear during recoil, the barrel cam
operates on the disconnect pin causing the barrel to disengage from
the slide and allows the slide to continue its rearward travel.
Striker Fired Trigger System
When the trigger is pulled the trigger bar rotates the cocking lever to
the rear, the cocking lever pushes the striker against the striker spring. Just before full trigger travel is reached, the cocking lever pushes the
striker block out of engagement and releases the striker. The striker
travels fully forward under inertia. After the striker reaches its full
forward position the striker return spring rebounds the striker to a
neutral position so the striker block is automatically activated when
the trigger is released.
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Magazine
The Beretta Nano pistol has an easily removable, single column
magazine that allows for rapid reloading of the pistol. The 9mm x 19
Parabellum (or Luger), 9mm x21 IMI and .40 S&W magazine capacities
are 6 rounds.
WARNING: In order to permit the use of the pistol in emergency
situations, even in the case of involuntary dropping or loss of the
magazine, this model is NOT provided with a magazine disconnect
safety. It is, therefore, capable of firing any time a round is chambered.
Interchangeable, Low Profile sights
The high definition 3-dot sight system is designed for quick target
acquisition. Rear and front sights can be removed for replacement with
other types of sights.
CAUTION: When tightening the set screws that hold the sights, grasp
the hex wrench by the short end to avoid over tightening and stripping
the hex driver out of the set screws.
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ERGONOMIC AND
MODULAR FEATURES
Technopolymer grip frame
By using corrosion-resistant fiberglass reinforced technopolymer,
Beretta has developed a light and technically advanced pistol with an
ergonomic shape. The rounded, snag free surfaces of the pistol ensure
trouble-free holster insertion and extraction.
Ergonomic and modular grip
The ergonomic frame features an optimal grip angle for sight alignment
and target acquisition. The upper rear part of the grip is contoured
to snugly fit and protect the shooter’s hand. Both the front and the
rear grip surfaces feature a comfortable checkered surface to ensure
a firm hold.
Reversible magazine release button
The magazine release button can be installed for right- or left-hand use
depending on shooter preference (pages 34-37).
Snag free internal slide catch
The snag free slide catch is activated by the magazine follower. To hold
the slide to the rear it is necessary to insert an empty magazine before
retracting the slide. To lower the slide on an empty chamber, remove
the empty magazine, pull back slightly on the slide to disengage the
slide catch and release the slide.
Interchangeable grip frame and serialized sub-chassis
The internal chassis of this pistol is the only serialized part. This allows
any other component to be exchanged or customized without affecting
the serialized part.
WARNING: Do not attempt to alter your pistol’s firing mechanism.
Modifying these internal parts can cause an unsafe condition.
WARNING: Altering the internal parts of your pistol’s firing mechanism
voids the manufacturer’s warranty.
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Field stripping, cleaning and re-assembly
The pistol is designed for quick and simple field stripping and to avoid
unintentional disassembly. Re­a ssembly is easy and intuitive. Improper
assembly of parts is prevented by the distinctive design.
SPECIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL
DATA
Model: Nano
Caliber: 9x19 (Parabellum or Luger), 9x21 IMI or .40 S&W
Magazine Capacity: 6 rounds
Rifling Pitch: 15.75 in/ 400 mm (9mm), 10 in/ 250 mm (.40 S&W)
Rifling: R.H. – 6 Grooves
General Operation: Semiautomatic, short recoil system
Locking System: Cam operated, tilt-barrel, locked breech
Sights: Removable front and rear sights
Frame/Chassis: Stainless steel
Grip Frame: Fiberglass reinforced technopolymer
Slide: Steel with a black Nitride finish
Barrel: Steel with a black Nitride finish
Action: Striker Fired
Safety: Automatic striker block and trigger drop safety
Overall Length: 5.63 in/ 143 mm
Barrel Length: 3.07 in/ 78 mm
Overall Width: .90 in / 23 mm
Grip Width: .90 in/ 23 mm
Overall Height: 4.17 in/ 106 mm
Sight Radius: 4.92 in/ 125 mm
Approximate weight unloaded: 20oz/ 562 grams with empty magazine
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GENERAL OPERATION
The Beretta Nano pistol is a semiautomatic firearm using a cam
operated, tilt-barrel, locking system. When the pistol is fired, the
recoil energy causes the barrel and slide assembly to move to the
rear. After a short distance, the barrel is forced down and is stopped
by the operation of the barrel cam and disconnect pin interface. The
slide continues its rearward travel under inertia, extracting the fired
case from the barrel and ejecting it through the ejection port. The
recoil spring pushes the slide forward, feeding the next cartridge from
the magazine into the barrel chamber. Continued forward movement
causes the barrel cam to raise the barrel into its locked position in the
slide and engage the striker with the cocking lever. The slide is designed
to remain open after the last cartridge has been fired and the spent
shell casing ejected.
LOAD CHECK
WARNING: Keep your finger OFF OF THE TRIGGER and the barrel
pointed in a SAFE direction when checking to be certain your Nano
pistol is unloaded.
To visually check to be certain your pistol is unloaded carefully follow
the steps below.
Remove the magazine by depressing the magazine release button.
Retract the slide and visually inspect the cartridge chamber. The pistol
is unloaded when no cartridge is visible when looking into the open
chamber.
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For safety, you should...
Always visually check to see that the chamber is unloaded. Never
assume that a firearm is unloaded (even with a gun that is new and in
its original packaging).
Never point a firearm toward yourself or another person.
Lock the slide in the open position and remove the magazine before
handing the pistol to another person.
Never take any pistol from another person unless the slide has been
locked open, the magazine has been removed and the chamber has
been visually checked to confirm it is unloaded.
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LOCKING THE SLIDE OPEN
WARNING: Keep your finger OFF OF THE TRIGGER and the barrel
pointed in a SAFE direction.
WARNING: Always keep your finger away from the ejection port.
Locking the slide in the open position requires an empty magazine to
first be inserted.
NOTICE: The slide will release when pulled to the rear if a LOADED
magazine is inserted.
NOTICE: The slide will release when pulled to the rear if NO magazine
is inserted.
To lock the slide in the open position:
Remove the magazine by depressing the magazine release button
Retract the slide to ensure the chamber is empty. Fully insert an
EMPTY magazine. Retract the slide to the rearward most position.
The slide will lock open.
NOTICE: The slide will remain locked in the open position when the
magazine is removed.
FIELD STRIPPING
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it following
the “UNLOADING” instructions in this manual (pages 15-17).
NOTICE: It is advisable to perform field stripping and assembly
operations over a table to catch components should they drop.
Remove the magazine and ensure the pistol is unloaded by inspecting
the barrel’s chamber.
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Depress the Striker Deactivation Button with a small punch or the tip
of a ballpoint pen.
Rotate the Disassembly Pin approximately ¼ turn counterclockwise to
disengage the Pin from the barrel.
Move the slide forward and remove it from the frame.
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The recoil spring assembly can now be lifted out of the slide.
Tilt the barrel by grasping the cam lug and remove the barrel from
the slide.
NOTICE: No further disassembly is required for routine maintenance.
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REASSEMBLY
Reassemble by inserting the barrel into the slide. Tip the barrel to
install the muzzle end through the hole in the front of the slide, then
lower the rear end into position in the slide.
Install the recoil spring assembly with the large flat end engaged into
the recess in the barrel cam lug.
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Notice: If the slide is released when under spring pressure and the
Disassembly Pin is not in the “Locked” position, the sllide can launch
off the frame.
Check that the disassembly pin has the flat side up and install the slide
assembly on the frame.
Pin shown in
unlocked position.
With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, slowly retract the slide and
visually confirm that the Disassembly Pin has returned to the “Locked”
position.
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BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS CHECK
WARNING: Catastrophic failure can result if a cartridge is fired into
an obstructed barrel.
If you believe the barrel might be obstructed follow the “FIELD
STRIPPING” operations and disassemble the pistol (pages 28-30).
After disassembly, look down the barrel and check to be sure there are
no obstructions in the chamber or bore.
If an obstruction in the barrel is detected, a qualified gunsmith MUST
remove the obstruction and inspect the pistol to ensure it is safe
before it can be fired.
If no obstruction is found, reassemble the pistol by following the
procedures given in the “REASSEMBLY” section of this manual
(pages 31-32).
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REPLACING THE MAGAZINE
RELEASE BUTTON
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it following
the “UNLOADING” procedure (pages 15-17).
CAUTION: Before proceeding with the disassembly of the parts,
closely observe and memorize the position of the components to
make assembly easier.
NOTICE: It is advisable to perform field stripping and assembly
operations over a table to catch components should they drop.
Remove the magazine. Insert a properly sized drift-punch into the hole
of the magazine release button mounted on the pistol.
Without using excessive force, firmly push, the drift-punch into the
hole. This will allow the magazine release button to disengage from the
internal pin, which will protrude from the opposite side.
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Remove the pin from the magazine catch, then remove the button
from its seat.
Place the magazine catch in the seat, place the magazine button in the
other seat. Depress magazine button to its full travel. Insert magazine
button pin into the magazine catch. Firmly push on the head of the
magazine button pin so that it will lock the assembly together.
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Try to remove the button from its seat to check that it is properly
installed.
Check that the magazine release button functions correctly with an
empty magazine inserted into the grip.
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REVERSING THE MAGAZINE
RELEASE BUTTON
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it following
the “UNLOADING” procedure (pages 15-17). CAUTION: Before proceeding with the disassembly of the
components, closely observe and memorize the location of the
components to make assembly easier.
NOTICE: It is advisable to perform disassembly and assembly
operations over a table to catch components should they drop.
Remove the magazine.
Follow the instructions previously given to remove the magazine
release button (pages 34-36).
CAUTION: The spring is under tension.
Reassemble the magazine button with its spring on the opposite side
of the pistol.
Try to remove the button from its seat to check that it is assembled
properly.
Check that the magazine release button functions correctly with an
empty magazine inserted into the grip.
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GRIP FRAME REMOVAL
Beretta Nano pistols have a sub-chassis that carries the serial number
and firing mechanism. The grip frame can easily be removed for
maintenance or to be replaced with an alternate unit.
To remove the Grip Frame:
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it following
the “UNLOADING” instructions in this manual (pages 15-17).
Step 1
Field strip the pistol following the “FIELD STRIPPING” instructions in
this manual to remove the slide assembly (pages 28-30).
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Step 2
Push the Disassembly pin out from left to right and place it aside.
Step 3
With a small punch, lift the bent leg of the Cocking Lever Spring out
of the retaining groove in the Rear Assembly Pin and let the leg of the
spring rest on the pin.
With the same punch, push the Rear Assembly Pin out of the frame
from right to left and place it aside.
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Step 4
NOTE: Read this step completely before proceeding.
When attempting to lift the chassis out of the grip frame, depress
the Striker Deactivation Button with a small punch or the tip of a
ballpoint pen. When the tips of the pin clear the inner walls of the
frame the chassis will lift out. Slowly raise the rear of the chassis just
enough to pinch the trigger bar (on the right) and the slide catch (on
the left) to the sides of the chassis and lift the assembly out of the
frame and set it aside. The trigger bar and slide catch will be loose
and may fall away. Before setting the grip frame down, carefully
remove the slide catch spring from its recess on the left side of the
frame, and place it aside.
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CAUTION: If the chassis Is pulled out quickly the Trigger Bar, Slide
Catch, and Recoil Spring Support may fall away from the chassis. The
Slide Catch Spring may also fall out of the frame and if the chassis is
rotated the Disconnect Pin and Trigger Pin will slide out of their holes.
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CAUTION: No further disassembly is recommended unless done by
a competent gunsmith.
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GRIP FRAME / CHASSIS ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Read this section completely before proceeding.
Insert the trigger and spring assembly into the chassis. Slide the loop
of the trigger spring over the lip of the chassis as shown below.
Insert the trigger pin through the chassis and trigger assembly.
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Place the recoil spring support in the bottom of the Chassis over the
Trigger Spring.
Place the trigger bar on the trigger bar pin with the tip under the
Striker Deactivation Button.
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Pinch the Trigger Bar to the Chassis and plug the Trigger Pin hole and
Disconnect Pin hole with finger tips as shown.
Insert the Disconnect Pin with the small end to the left.
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Place Slide Catch on the Disconnect pin and pinch entire assembly
together.
While holding the assembled Chassis, support the Frame in the same
hand and install the Slide Catch Spring in the Frame.
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Install the assembled chassis in the Frame starting with the front
corner and roll the rear of the chassis down until the Striker
Deactivation Button contacts the top of the Frame.
NOTE: Make sure the left-end of the Striker Deactivation Button is
in it’s hole. When correct, the rear gap in the chassis will be closed as
shown below.
While lightly pressing down on the chassis assembly, depress the
Striker Deactivation Button with a punch until the chassis drops into
the frame. (See above image on right.) There will be an audible “snap”
when the chassis is seated.
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Press the Disassembly Pin though the Frame and Chassis from right
to left. It may be necessary to rotate the pin back and forth to seat
the o-ring and Disassembly Pin and orient the Disassembly Pin with
the flat side up.
Using the punch, lift the hooked end of the cocking lever spring higher
than the Rear Assembly Pin hole, and install the Rear Assembly pin
from left to right. The small end enters the hole first. Using the punch
seat the hooked end of the Cocking Lever Spring into the groove on
the Rear Assembly pin.
This completes the grip frame reassembly.
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MAINTENANCE
The firearm should be cleaned as soon as possible after firing.
Use only high-quality, commercially available firearm cleaning solvents,
gun oil and cleaning equipment.
Field strip the pistol as indicated in the “FIELD STRIPPING” section of
this manual (pages 28-30).
WARNING: Excess oil and grease obstructing the bore, even partially,
is very dangerous when firing and may cause barrel rupture and serious
injury to the shooter and bystanders. Never spray or apply oil to the
cartridges. Use lubricants properly. You are responsible for the proper
care and maintenance of your firearm.
BARREL
Apply gun oil to a bore-cleaning brush. Insert the brush into the barrel
from the chamber end and scrub the chamber and bore thoroughly.
Make sure you pass the bore brush all the way through the barrel
before pulling back through. If necessary, first clean the bore with a gun
solvent. Dry the chamber and bore by pushing a cotton patch through
the chamber and bore with the brush or cleaning jag. Repeat with a
new patch until it emerges clean. Clean the barrel locking lug with a
cloth soaked in gun oil. Lightly oil the entire barrel prior to reassembly.
CAUTION: Do not clean the barrel with the pistol assembled.
NOTICE: Cleaning the barrel from the breech (chamber) end will
avoid damaging the muzzle or bore.
SLIDE
Clean the slide with a cloth soaked in gun oil paying particular attention
to the breech face, extractor, slide rails, locking shoulders. If necessary,
use a NYLON cleaning brush. Dry slide surfaces with a clean cloth and
lightly oil the slide.
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RECOIL SPRING AND SPRING GUIDE ASSEMBLY
Lightly oil the spring guide assembly with gun oil. After extensive use
it may be necessary to first clean these parts using a NYLON cleaning
brush.
FRAME
Using a cloth lightly soaked in gun oil, clean the areas of the cocking
lever, the ejector, and the slide rails. If necessary, use a cleaning brush.
dry the parts and lightly oil the slide rails.
MAGAZINE
Make sure the magazine is thoroughly clean and that the follower slides
easily downward if pressed. Dry the internal walls of the magazine box
with a cloth. Do not leave any oil in the magazine.
CAUTION: Do not apply excess oil. Accumulation of oil attracts dirt
and dust, which can interfere with the functioning and reliability of the
firearm.
STORAGE
WARNING: Always store the pistol UNLOADED, with the magazine
empty.
WARNING: Always store your firearm so that children can not gain
access to it. To reduce the risk of accidents involving children, unload
your firearm, lock it and store the ammunition in a separate locked
location.
CAUTION: Before storage, always check the conditions of the pistol
and its case. Make sure the case is dry and that the firearm is dry and
oiled. Traces of moisture or drops of water could damage the pistol.
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Addendum:
During pistol disassembly, should the spacer on the captive recoil
spring become misaligned as shown in figure 1, follow the instructions
below to realign it.
Figure 1
Compress the spring with your fingers as shown in figure 2.
Figure 2
Realign the spacer at top to its correct position as shown in figure 3.
Figure 3
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Do not attempt to make repairs to any firearm without
proper knowledge or training. Do not alter parts or use substitute
parts not made by Beretta. Any necessary alterations or adjustments
to the operating mechanism should be performed by the Manufacturer
or by its Local Official Distributor.
WARNING: Do not attempt to alter the internal parts of your pistol’s
firing mechanism. Altering internal parts can cause unsafe condition.
WARNING: Altering the internal parts of your pistol’s firing mechanism
voids the manufacturer’s warranty.
MALFUNCTION
REMEDY
Mis-introduction of
a cartridge into the
chamber
Defective cartridge
Inspect and
replace cartridge
Mis-fire
Defective cartridge
Replace cartridge
Dirty cartridge
chamber
Clean cartridge
chamber
Defective or dirty
ammunition
Replace or clean
cartridges
Dirt under the
extractor
Clean the
extractor seat
Mis-extraction or
defective extraction
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PROBABLE
CAUSE
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DATE PURCHASED: ____________________________________
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DEALER INFORMATION: ________________________________
The illustrations and descriptions given in this brochure are intended as
a general guide only, and must not be taken as binding. The Company,
therefore, reserves the right to make, at any moment and without
prior notice, any changes it thinks necessary to improve its models
or to meet any requirements of manufacturing or commercial nature.
Beretta USA Corp.
17601 Beretta Drive
Accokeek, MD 20607
1-800-Beretta
www.berettausa.com
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Beretta USA Corp.
17601 Beretta Drive
Accokeek, MD 20607
Tel. (301) 283-2191
www.berettausa.com